Principal Splunk Engineer

Are you a team player? Are you curious to learn? Are you interested in working in meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that builds products which are transforming the organization? If so, LPL Financial is the place for you!

LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for the advisor, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader* in the markets we serve, supporting more than 22,000 financial advisors, 1,100 institution-based investment programs, and 500 independent RIA firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-centered model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial advisor. At LPL, independence means that advisors have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run their perfect practice. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Job Overview:

As a Principal Splunk Engineer, you will be a technical leader responsible for driving innovation and excellence in our Splunk environment.  You’ll leverage your deep Splunk expertise and experience to design, architect, and implement sophisticated solutions to support critical business processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute complex Splunk projects from conception to completion, ensuring they meet business objectives and technical requirements.

• Design and implement scalable and high-performance solutions that optimize data ingest, searching, and analytics.

• Troubleshoot complex Splunk issues and develop innovative solutions to overcome challenges.

• Mentor and guide other Splunk engineers and power users, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and enablement.

• Stay up to date on the latest Splunk developments, features, and technologies and contribute to the overall Splunk roadmap.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure Splunk priorities and solutions align with broader organizational goals.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of proven experience as a Splunk expert with a strong understanding of core Splunk technologies, including SPL, Forwarders, and troubleshooting.

• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing Splunk infrastructure to support increasing scale and reliability.

• 5+ years of experience optimizing Splunk infrastructure and licensing to reduce cost, drive efficiency, and deliver value to end users.

• Ability to work independently and act as a technical lead for complicated tasks and projects.

• Excellent analytical capabilities.

Preferred:

• Experience in designing and implementing Splunk infrastructure to support scalability and reliability

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or similar

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Why LPL? 

At LPL, we believe that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of proprietary technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services. We provide you with a work environment that encourages your creativity and growth, a leadership team that is supportive and responsive, and the opportunity to create a career that has no limits, only amazing potential.

We are one team on one mission. We take care of our advisors, so they can take care of their clients.

Because our company is not too big and not too small, you can seize the opportunity to make a real impact. We are committed to supporting workplace equality, and we embrace the different perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We also care for our communities, and we encourage our employees to do the same. This creates an environment in which you can do your best work.

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Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.